Bosna Hersekli Lise Öğrencilerinin Yabancı Dil Olarak Türkçe Öğrenme Sürecinde Pratik Yapma ve Kültürel İlgiye Yönelik Tutumları

The aim of this study is to analyze the attitudes of Bosnian students towards Turkish culture and language practice during the Turkish language learning process. The research examines the students' interest in Turkish, the difficulties they encounter during the language learning process, and the strategies they use to overcome these difficulties. In particular, the students' views on practicing speaking Turkish and their interest in Turkish culture are emphasized. How Bosnian students evaluate opportunities to practice while learning Turkish and to what extent they are motivated for this process. The research was conducted using a qualitative method and student opinions were collected and analyzed. Data were collected through closed-ended questions directed to the students and evaluated using the content analysis method. It was revealed that the majority of the students were interested in Turkish and Turkish culture, but some students were hesitant to practice speaking due to reasons such as the complexity of the language or lack of self-confidence. However, it was determined that practicing plays a critical role in language learning and is seen as an important opportunity for students to develop their language skills. It was emphasized that personal motivation and cultural interest are important elements in the language learning process. Keywords: Secondary school students, Turkish as a foreign language, practice and cultural interest, Bosnia and Herzegovina, attitude